Derek Issacs

A Brit in the Middle East for 27 years and counting, Derek loves scouring the streets for those under-the-radar cultural gems. And when he’s not putting Yalla magazine to bed, you’ll find him working out at the gym.
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Find out how the emirate is set to become an international hub for foodies everywhere

Just AED 95 per guest, fully redeemable on delicious food and beverages

Concerts, storytelling, calligraphy and more

They’re just a short flight away

Dominates in air transport infrastructure and services

Win five pairs of tickets to see Sister Act in Abu Dhabi

Brighton College Dubai recently hosted the UAE regionals of the Tournament of Minds (TOM) 2024

Learn how to register for the CNN Academy Abu Dhabi’s AI-Powered programme

Get involved by sharing your coffee moments on social media using the hashtags #WorldMSDay and #MSSocietyUAE

Here are the details to get your dining discount, free staycays and more

UAE workers at an average 50.9 hours per week

Grade 4 and 5 students invited to plant a Ghaf tree from Sheikh Zayed’s Gardens in Al Ain

The boys’ medley and 200m freestyle relay team also secured a third place finish

There are four to choose from and one of you will be dining for free

The Churrascaria experience is not to be missed

Early education, legislative support, incentives for education professionals are under the spotlight

To offer tailored courses and training sessions to upskill the workforce

The exhibition showcases the culmination of students’ creativity and mastery in various fields